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+EnerGenie-EG-PM2-LAN
+====================
+
+A PHP class that allows switching this IP multi-outlet power strip (the device costs around 80 € on Amazon Germany).
+
+A usage example is provided with test.php, it allows to
+  * Login to the device
+  * Switch ports
+  * Get the status of ports
+
+Enjoy!